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Is Hairy-leaf Tylecodon toxic to dogs?

Tylecodon hirtifolius

Toxic to dogs

Yes — hairy-leaf tylecodon is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide glycosides that are cardiotoxic and neurotoxic to mammals. Ingestion causes nausea, drooling, and in severe cases the paralytic syndrome known as krimpsiekte. Keep away from pets and children; wear gloves when handling.

What to do if your dog ate hairy-leaf tylecodon

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move hairy-leaf tylecodon out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of hairy-leaf tylecodon to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten hairy-leaf tylecodon, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is hairy-leaf tylecodon toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is hairy-leaf tylecodon toxic to dogs?

Yes — hairy-leaf tylecodon is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide glycosides that are cardiotoxic and neurotoxic to mammals. Ingestion causes nausea, drooling, and in severe cases the paralytic syndrome known as krimpsiekte. Keep away from pets and children; wear gloves when handling.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats hairy-leaf tylecodon?

All Tylecodon species contain bufadienolide glycosides that are cardiotoxic and neurotoxic to mammals. Ingestion causes nausea, drooling, and in severe cases the paralytic syndrome known as krimpsiekte. Keep away from pets and children; wear gloves when handling. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your dog has had access to hairy-leaf tylecodon.

What should I do if my dog ate hairy-leaf tylecodon?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your dog's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is hairy-leaf tylecodon toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hairy-leaf Tylecodon is toxic to cats as well. See the full hairy-leaf tylecodon pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to hairy-leaf tylecodon?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best dogs-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full hairy-leaf tylecodon pet-safety